PathMaker Scholars Program

A ten-week mentored summer cancer research program at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah for advanced high school seniors and undergraduates. Scholars live on campus, learn laboratory techniques, and work on a project under a principal investigator, committing 40 hours per week and presenting at the Summer Research Symposium. Compensation is up to $4,000 depending on education level, and out-of-state students receive housing and a meal plan.

Offered by Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah. Research for high school students in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 11–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Medicine, Research, Biology

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Cost
Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about PathMaker Scholars Program

When is the PathMaker Scholars Program deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is PathMaker Scholars Program free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to PathMaker Scholars Program?

High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in Salt Lake City, Utah. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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